WORLD
Israel's tough stand could see other countries drawn into the war
Though PM Benyamin Netanyahu's plan to hit the Hamas has the full support of the US, he has a tough job at hand. Any failure would spell doom to his political career and the revival of the corruption cases against him.
TRENDS
Israel-Hamas war sharpens divide between BJP, Congress
The BJP called the Congress’s decision to not mention Hamas in its statement another instance of the party’s Muslim appeasement policy
WORLD
Israel-Hamas war has implications for India; focus on safety of Indians
Prime Minister Modi’s prompt reaffirmation of India’s commitment to stand by Israel indicates how important the country has become for India.
WORLD
Hamas Hellfire: Gaza commemorates Yom Kippur war with rain of rockets, ground offensive into Israel
The leader of Hamas’ military wing has urged all Palestinians to confront Israel. The attacks are also seen as a warning against Arab countries attempting to normalise relations with Israel.
WORLD
China mediates Pakistan-Afghanistan talks in Tibet amid rising tensions, terrorist attacks
The foreign minister in Pakistan’s caretaker government, Jalil Abbas Jilani and his Afghan counterpart, Amir Khan Muttaqi were to meet in Tibet near the Arunachal Pradesh border to iron out the strains in bilateral relations
BUSINESS
Maldives’ new pro-China govt. may not be anti-India
But for India, keeping out a pro-China regime in Maldives is extremely important. The archipelago is barely 70 nautical miles away from the Lakshadweep islands and India’s west coast.
WORLD
China refuses to fund fresh CPEC projects in Pakistan
China has invested over $25 billion in Pakistan for the project. Beijing is now against further expanding cooperation in the areas of energy, water management, and climate change. It is concerned about the safety of its workers in Pakistan as a number of terrorist attacks have targeted them.
WORLD
India-Canada spat puts the West in a spot
The western nations are likely to lean on both parties to dial down the tension in the coming days. But a lot will depend on how the two countries want to project their handling of the crisis for their domestic audience, given that elections are around the corner.
POLITICS
Indo-Canada ties plumb new lows on Trudeau's accusations against India
Canada's PM seems to be siding with the powerful Khalistani elements in that country to protect his personal political interests.
WORLD
ASEAN carries out joint drills to reaffirm centrality in Indo-Pacific area
The exercises were originally planned for the southern part of the South China Sea but were moved to Indonesia’s archipelagic waters in the South Natuna Sea, mainly at the behest of Cambodia, a close ally of China.
WORLD
Former foes US, Vietnam come closer with signing of strategic partnership pact
This is largely attributable to China’s growing assertiveness in the region. However, Vietnam may not dump China, which is an important partner in its development and growth
POLITICS
Trudeau sulks as Modi raps Canada over its pro-Khalistani stance, putting Indo-Canadian ties on back foot
Despite India’s protests even in the past, Trudeau has continued to provide support to the Khalistani activists in Canada. He also recently stalled a proposed free trade agreement with India.
POLITICS
Saudi Arabia’s strengthening ties with India may mark shift away from Pakistan
On his latest trip to India, the Saudi Crown Prince did not include a visit to Islamabad.
POLITICS
War of the Roads: India-Middle East-Europe corridor conceived to counter China’s BRI
The ambitious infrastructure project, which would link India with West Asia and Europe, could boost India’s economic integration with the Gulf and other countries in the region and Europe.
WORLD
G20 Declaration: A masterclass in how to win friends and build consensus
Beijing decided not to stand in the way of the emerging agreement on the final document, so long as its core interests were not jeopardised
WORLD
Joe Biden’s support for India over UNSC aimed at containing China
The joint statement issued after the Modi-Biden meeting mentioned the need for a “free, open, inclusive, and resilient Indo-Pacific” — an oblique reference to China’s aggressive behaviour in the region
INDIA
G20 Summit: Will Biden visit seal US commitment to strategic partnerships with India?
The bilateral talks between India and the US are expected to take their partnership to the next level, paving the way for stronger trade and military ties, despite differences over Russia.
INDIA
India-Asean summit may power new maritime security deal, greater trade relations
As Asean members seek to counter-balance China’s power in the region and India attempts to expand its network eastwards, the summit on September 7 might see agreement on greater economic cooperation and security.
BUSINESS
G20 stumbles over Ukraine, elusive consensus highlights global divisions
The US-led western countries in the G20 are making every effort to ensure that the final G20 document includes the group’s support for Ukraine and condemnation of Russia. However, beyond the western bloc, few countries have agreed to lend voice to this chorus.
WORLD
G20 Summit 2023: Xi Jinping's decision to stay away will disappoint Indian govt
G20 New Delhi Summit: Congress asks PM Modi to raise China's transgression at the summit level. Xi’s decision could have a far-reaching impact on the future trajectory of Sino-Indian relations.
WORLD
G20 Summit in Delhi: Putin’s absence at summit may save India from embarrassing situations
G20 Summit 2023: The Russian president’s presence in New Delhi could have heightened the sharp divisions within the G20 over the Ukraine war.
WORLD
BRICS to become key platform for Global South with entry of six members
The expanded group will give developing countries the power to demand better representation in institutions dominated by the West.
WORLD
BRICS Summit: The challenge Modi faces in not meeting Xi
The two-day BRICS summit begins in South Africa on August 23. Though Modi will have bilateral meetings with the other BRICS leaders and also some of the African leaders, a lot of interest hinges on whether he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping or not.
WORLD
Pakistan embroiled in fresh controversy as President denies signing key bills amid army's push for influence
The fast-paced political drama is linked with the army chief Asim Munir’s attempt to take control of running the country.
